I've seen some of the ancient patterns reproduced this way. There was a cultural exhibit of Chinese Technology in Cleveland, OH, USA back in 2000 where--among other artists--they had brought in and set up one of those enormous looms (bigger than the 16 footers noted here). As part of the decor for that portion of the display, they had draped 8-10 yds of 36" wide brocades from ancient (2000-3000 bce) patterns (very tiny and intricate) in floor-to-ceiling swaths. Absolutely gorgeous!! I managed to buy two 5" x 6" patterns as samples for myself.
I've seen some of the ancient patterns reproduced this way. There was a cultural exhibit of Chinese Technology in Cleveland, OH, USA back in 2000 where--among other artists--they had brought in and set up one of those enormous looms (bigger than the 16 footers noted here). As part of the decor for that portion of the display, they had draped 8-10 yds of 36" wide brocades from ancient (2000-3000 bce) patterns (very tiny and intricate) in floor-to-ceiling swaths. Absolutely gorgeous!! I managed to buy two 5" x 6" patterns as samples for myself.
The complexity, artistry, and unimaginable labor involved in producing such works brought a tear to my eye. Bravo.
Thanks for posting this - I loved it!
A wonderful and informative video. It answered many of the questions I had. The skill is mind boggling intense. Happy they didn’t lose it.
These skills must protected at all cost its not a national heritage our world heritage
Yeah
I have a Nanjing Yunjin frame
Yunjin Brocade Mater/// shouldn't you correct the title?
The technique is too complicated to be done on modern machine loom. It can only be done by hands.